center console FORD F250 2013 Owners Manual

Power Sliding Back Window (If Equipped)
WARNING:When operating the power sliding back window you
must ensure all rear seat occupants and/or cargo are not in the
proximity of the back window.
WARNING:Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power sliding back window.
They may seriously injure themselves.
The control is located on the
overhead console.
Press and hold the control to open
the window. Pull and hold the
control to close the window.
Accessory Delay
You can use the window switches for several minutes after you switch
the ignition off, or until you open either front door.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while your vehicle is in
motion.
A. Left mirror
B. Off
C. Right mirror
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Select the mirror you want to adjust.
2. Move the control in the direction you want to tilt the mirror.
3. Return the control to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
SLIDE TILT
B
AC
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F.Seek, Reverse and Fast Forward:
•In radio mode, select a frequency band and press one of these
buttons. The system stops at the first station it finds in that direction.
•In SIRIUS mode, press these buttons to select the previous or next
channel. If a specific category is selected (such as Jazz, Rock or
News), use these buttons to find the previous or next channel in the
selected category.
•In CD mode, press these buttons to select the previous or next track.
G.MEDIA:Press this button to access different audio modes, such as
AM, FM and A/V Input.
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off
the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your
vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while
driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the
use of electronic devices while driving.
WARNING:For safety reasons, do not connect or adjust the
settings on your portable music player while your vehicle is
moving.
WARNING:Store the portable music player in a secure location,
such as the center console or the glove box, when your vehicle is
moving. Hard objects may become projectiles in a crash or sudden stop,
which may increase the risk of serious injury. The audio extension cable
must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely
stored while your vehicle is moving.
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Locations
Power points may be found:
•on the instrument panel (two locations).
•inside the center console storage compartment (if equipped).
•on the rear of the center console (if equipped).
•inside the 20-percent front seat console (if equipped).
•inside the rear under seat storage compartment (if equipped).
110 Volt AC Power Points (If Equipped)
WARNING:Do not keep electrical devices plugged in the power
point whenever the device is not in use. Do not use any extension
cord with the 110–volt AC power point since it will defeat the safety
protection design. Do not power multiple devices from your power point.
Doing so may cause the power point to overload and could result in fire
or serious injury.
Note:Always close the protective cap after using the power point
outlets.
Note:The power points will turn off after 13 minutes if the ignition is on
without the engine running. Keep the engine running to use the power
points.
Your 110–volt AC power point outlets are used for powering electrical
devices that require up to 150 watts. Exceeding the 150–watt limit will
cause the power points to cut off the power temporarily to provide
overload protection.
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Your vehicle may have more than
one power point, located:
•on the back of the center console
•on the instrument panel.
Your power points are not designed for the following electric appliances
and may prevent the appliances from working properly:
•Cathode ray tube type televisions
•Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners, electric saws and other electric
power tools, compressor-driven refrigerators, etc.
•Measuring devices, which process precise data, such as medical
equipment, measuring equipment, etc.
•Other appliances requiring an extremely stable power supply:
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc.
Power points can switch to a fault mode when overloaded, overheated
or shorted. Unplug your device and turn the ignition off then on for
overloading and shorting conditions. Let the system cool off, then turn
the ignition off then on for an overheating condition.
Power points can provide power whenever the ignition is on and the
indicator lights are on. Each indicator light is located in the top left
corner of the power point.
When the indicator light is:
•on — power point is ready to supply power
•off — power point power supply is off; ignition is not on
•blinking — power point is in fault mode.
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CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
Stow items in the cupholder carefully as items may become loose during
hard braking, acceleration or collisions, including hot drinks which may spill.
Available console features include:
•Locking storage compartment
with hanging file folder supports
•
Storage for laptop computer, binder
or book between the hanging file
folder support and the passenger
side of the console bin
•One 12-volt power point inside
the storage compartment and one
on the rear of the console
•110-volt AC power point outlet
on the rear of the console
•Rear cupholders
•Two removable front cupholder
modules
•Removable false bottom tray
for accessing hidden storage
compartment (also has space
for a large cup)
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
The appearance of the overhead console will vary according to your
option package.
Press near the rear edge of the door
to open it.
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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
WARNING:Vehicle modifications involving braking system,
aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire
construction or wheel and tire size may change the handling
characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance
of the AdvanceTrac® system. In addition, installing any stereo
loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the AdvanceTrac®
system. Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible
from the front center console, the tunnel, and the front seats in order
to minimize the risk of interfering with the AdvanceTrac® sensors.
Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac® system could lead to
an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
WARNING:Remember that even advanced technology cannot
defy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a
vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your
vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the AdvanceTrac® system is an indication that at least
some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator’s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting
in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
If your AdvanceTrac® system activates, SLOW DOWN.
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SYNC AppLink™
Note:This feature is only available in the United States.
Note:Your smartphone must be paired and connected to SYNC to access
AppLink.
Note:iPhone users need to connect the phone to the USB port in order
to start the application. It is recommended to lock your iPhone after
starting an application.
Note:The AppLink feature is not available if your vehicle is equipped
with the MyFord Touch or MyLincoln Touch system.
Depending on your display type, you can access AppLink from the media
menu, the phone menu, or by using voice commands. Once an app is
running through AppLink, you can control main features of the app
through voice commands and steering wheel controls.
To Access Using the Phone Menu
1. Press the phone button to access the SYNC phone menu on-screen.
2. Scroll to Mobile Apps and pressOKto access a list of available
applications.
3. Scroll through the list of available applications and pressOKto
select a particular app.
4. Once an app is running through SYNC, you can access an app’s menu
by pressing theMENUbutton to first access the SYNC menu.
5. Select “SYNC-Media” by pressingOK.
6. Scroll until “ Menu” is displayed (such as Pandora
Menu), then pressOK.From here, you can access an application’s
features, such as Thumbs up, Thumbs down, etc. For more
information, please visit www.SYNCMyRide.com.
To Access Using the Media Menu
1.PressAUXbutton on the center console.
2. Press MENU to access the SYNC menu.
3. Select “SYNC-Media” by pressingOK.
4. Then scroll to Mobile Apps and pressOKto access a list of available
applications.
5. Scroll through the list of available applications and pressOKto
select a particular app.
6. Once an app is running through SYNC, you can access an app’s menu
by pressing theMENUbutton to first access the SYNC menu.
7. Select “SYNC-Media” by pressingOK.
8. Scroll until “ Menu” is displayed (such as Pandora
Menu), then pressOK.From here, you can access an application’s
features, such as Thumbs up, Thumbs down, etc. For more
information, please visit www.SYNCMyRide.com.
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Bluetooth Audio
Your system allows you to stream audio over your vehicle’s speakers from
your connected, Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone.
To access, press the lower left corner on the touchscreen, then
select theBT Stereotab.
Bluetooth Audio Voice Commands
If you are listening to a Bluetooth audio device, press the voice
button on the steering wheel control. When prompted, say
“Next song”, “Pause”, “Play” or “Previous song”.
If you are not listening to a Bluetooth audio device, press the voice
button and, after the tone, say “Bluetooth Audio”, then “Next song”,
“Pause”, “Play” or “Previous song”.
A/V Inputs
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off
the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your
vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while
driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the
use of electronic devices while driving.
WARNING:For safety reasons, do not connect or adjust the
settings on your portable music player while your vehicle is
moving.
WARNING:Store the portable music player in a secure location,
such as the center console or the glove box, when your vehicle is
in motion. Hard objects may become projectiles in a crash or sudden
stop, which may increase the risk of serious injury. The audio extension
cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be
safely stored while your vehicle is moving.
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Your A/V inputs allow you to connect an
auxiliary audio/video source (such as a
gaming systems or a personal camcorder)
by connecting RCA cords (not included)
to these input jacks. The jacks are yellow,
red and white and are located either
behind a small access door on the
instrument panel or in your center console.
You can also use the A/V inputs as an auxiliary input jack to play music
from your portable music player over your vehicle’s speakers. Plug in
your 1/8 inch (3.5 millimeter) RCA adapter into the two left A/V input
jacks (red and white).
Press the lower left corner of the touchscreen, and then selectA/V In.
To use the auxiliary input jack feature, make sure that your portable music
player is designed for use with headphones and that it is fully charged.
You also need an audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8th-inch
(3.5 millimeter) connectors at one end and a RCA jack at the other.
1. Switch off the engine, radio and portable music player. Set the parking
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2. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output
of your player and the other end into the adapter in one of the two left
A/V input jacks (white or red) inside the center console.
3. Press the lower left corner on the touchscreen. Select either a tuned
FM station or a CD (if there is a CD already loaded into the system).
4. Adjust the volume as desired.
5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to
12the
maximum.
6. Press the lower left corner on the touchscreen. Select the A/V In tab.
(You should hear audio from your portable music player although it
may be low.)
7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the
level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the
controls.
In order to playback video from your iPod® or iPhone® (if compatible),
you must have a special combination USB/RCA composite video cable
(which you can buy from Apple®). When the cable is connected to your
iPod® or iPhone®, plug the other end into both the RCA jacks and the
USB port.
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